Scrap metal dealers

Scrap metal dealers act 2013

The Scrap Metal Dealers Act 2013 received Royal Assent on 28 February 2013, and will replace the previous registration requirements for scrap metal dealers and motor salvage operators from 1 October 2013. After that date, applications may be made for site licences and mobile dealer's licences under the new legislation.

Those registered under the previous legislation before 1 October 2013 will have until 15 October 2013 to submit an application for a licence under the new legislation, in order to remain licensed pending the determination of that application.

The new legislation will be fully in force from 1 December 2013. To apply please complete the form below.